Community Invited to Explore New 50+ Center at Open House
Residents over age 50 are invited to the Hoffman Estates Park District's (HE Parks) free 50+ Open House event on Wed., Aug. 30 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Triphahn Center (1685 W. Higgins Rd.). At the event, participants can learn more about the expanded services now available for adults over the age of 50 at the newly remodeled 50+ Active Adults Center.
The Open House event will include free breakfast for the first 100 guests to arrive, plus live entertainment, free health and memory screenings, free chair massages, vendor tables, door prizes and giveaways.
The park district also recently introduced a new all-inclusive membership structure that includes unlimited access to the new and expanded 50+ Active Adults Center.
"Our research in the community revealed a need for expanded services for people over age 50," said Mike Kies, director of facilities and recreation for HE Parks. "The renovations and expansion of services are a direct result of our research, and the Comprehensive Master Plan that we developed based on the research."
The new 50+ membership includes:
• Unlimited coffee, tea and snacks
• Expanded Game Room hours - available anytime the Triphahn Center is open, including nights and weekends
• Free drop in activities - including pickle ball
• Free services and seminars
• Discounted rates and priority registration on trips
• New game room with all new equipment (two billiard tables, gaming tables, pub tables)
• Cable TV, internet, computer access and darts
• Discounted fitness membership (for members 62+)
In addition, this spring the 50+ program welcomed a new program manager, Mindi Schwartz. "I've really enjoyed getting to know so many of our members over the last few months," said Schwartz. "I'm looking forward to the possibilities to come for our 50+ Center."
The 50+ Active Adults Center is open to residents and non-residents. Hoffman Estates residents pay just $5 per month for access to the 50+ Center, and non-residents pay $9 per month per individual. Discounts apply for couples and those who pay upfront for the year. To learn more and to join, visit heparks.org or stop by the Triphahn Community Center at 1685 W. Higgins Road. Or contact Mindi Schwartz at 847-885-7500 x626 or mischwartz@heparks.org.